Americans love dramatic astronomical events, especially if it’s something they may never be able to see again. On April 8, millions of Americans traveled to the “path of totality”—a swath of the country that spanned 11 contiguous states—to see the moon step in front of the sun for 4-½ minutes. It was a cultural moment. And not just because everyone was wearing the same sunglasses! Come learn all about this incredible event from an astronomy expert!
This year’s “Great American Solar Eclipse,” was the longest totality on land for over a decade, which is part of the reason why eclipse-chasers from around the world flocked to the path of totality.
If you’ve ever wanted to know more about solar eclipses—what causes them, how often they occur, how scientists predict eclipses, and how totality affects the sleep patterns of wildlife (hint: it’s very confusing for nocturnal animals as they think it’s time to get up!)—join this free event and learn the answers to all your questions.
Who: Anyone with an interest in astronomy and intermediate to high English comprehension
When: April 29th at 19:00 MSK
Where: Livestreamed on AMC’s YouTube, VK, and Telegram channels
Why: Because you’re fascinated by astronomical events
About the Presenter
From giving talks to her university astronomy club as an undergraduate student to giving award winning conference presentations about her graduate research in paleontology, Amelia Lindsay-Kaufman has always been passionate about scientific communication. She is excited to share what she has learned about the 2024 eclipse with the American Center in Moscow!
Lindsay-Kaufman has a bachelor’s degree in Russian studies and a master’s degree in geological science. She has previously worked at Concordia Language Villages in the Russian language village, where she led STEM activities for middle- and high school students. She currently does communications for the education nonprofit Community Bridges in Silver Spring, MD.
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